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Reunion 2009> May 22-24

Organized by the Alumnae Association of Mount Holyoke College

Preliminary List of Classes:Why The System o Medical Research and Drug Developmentis Flawed and What You Can Do About It,Alison Bass, visiting senior lecturer in English

Curators Tour o the Mount Holyoke College Art Museum, Wendy Watson, curator o the Mount Holyoke College Art Museum

Cra ting the Non ction Book Proposal, Allison Trzop 04, assistant editor, Beacon Press

Genetics and Genealogy: Are We the Seed o Abraham? Curtis G. Smith, pro essor emeritus o biological sciences

Symbiotic Relationships in the Termite Hindgut,Je rey A.Knight, associate pro essor and chair o biological sciences

True Family Values: Using Empirical Research to ChallengeStereotypes about the LGBT Community,Naomi G. Goldberg04, MPP, public policy ellow, The Williams Institute, UCLASchool o Law

The Making o a Childrens Book,Corinne Demas,pro essor o English

Are You Prepared or Volatility? Investors Can Make the Besto Turbulent Times,Alison S. Perrin 84, certi ed nancial planner

Understanding the Chinese Five Elements to Improve YourCareer and Relationships, Leta Herman 89, LMT, acupressure/Chinese medicine practitioner

Signature Spaces or Disposable Places: DevelopingPerspective on the Recent Past, Meredith Arms Bzdak 84,Ph.D., architectural history

Indigenous Peoples and the Law,Nicole Friederichs 94, Esq., LLM

An Exploration o Mount Holyokes Earliest and RarestPrinted Works, Jenni er Gunter King, director o Archivesand Special Collections and librarian, Library In ormation andTechnology Services

Stem Cells 101: Biology, Therapy, and Society,Rachel D. Fink,pro essor o biological sciences

Carbon Sequestration in Forest Lands: an Introduction, Thomas L. Millette, associate pro essor and chair o geologyand geography

Disappearing Destinations: A Guide to Seeing and Saving the

Worlds Endangered Places, Heather Hansen 94, author andreelance journalist

Stages in the Inner Trans ormation Process,Jill Kelly 69,Ph.D., psychology

Americas Changing Role in the World: A Changing Americain a Changing World,Vincent A. Ferraro, Ruth C. LawsonPro essor o Politics and Chair o International Relations

The US Economic Crisis: Causes and Solution,Fred B.Moseley, pro essor o economics

Klassical Kids,Eric Benjamin, director o instrumentalensembles and lecturer in music.

From Holyoke to the Hill: Personal Refections on the Evolving Roleo Women in Government and the Impact o Womens Leadershipon American Society,Nita M. Lowey 59, Congresswomanrepresenting New Yorks 18th Congressional District

All classes, workshops, and panel discussions are o ered ree o charge and are open to alumnae,seniors, and their guests. Most classes are o ered on the a ternoon o Friday, May 22, starting at1:15PM. Classes are arranged by sessions to allow you and your guests to attend more than one class.Signup sheets listing class locations and times will be posted in the reunion registration room on reunion weekend. There is no advance registration .

For alumnae unable to attend reunion, the Alumnae Association will o er live Webcasts o the classesmarked with this symbol:. In ormation on viewing the live Webcasts will be made available closerto the time atwww.alumnae.mtholyoke.edu/go/reunion.

Please visit the Web site or ull descriptions o classes and or any updates or additions to the listbelow. For questions about Back-to-Class, please contact Maya DCosta, director o campus programsand global initiatives, at 413-538-2066 ormdcosta@mtholyoke.edu.

Back-to-ClassReunion 2009

Never Let Go of the La

Dear Mount Holyoke College Alumna,

As your Alumnae Association president, I am thrilled to invite you to Reunion 2009.We all anticipate an exciting weekend o rekindled riendships, memories, and warmconnections. This reunion is particularly meaning ul to me, as it will be my last aspresident. It has been my privilege to serve the alumnae community these last threeyears, and a pleasure to meet and become closer to so many o you. It has also beena great pleasure to welcome our new executive director, Jane E. Zachary. Jane joinedthe Alumnae Association in January, and is looking orward to her rst Mount Holyokereunion!

Our theme or this year,Never let go o the laurel chain,expresses one o thelasting values o Mount Holyoke. The laurel chain has always symbolized our ties toone another: to our classmates, to the alumnae who have gone be ore us, and to thegenerations who will ollow us. Reunion is also a time to renew our ties to the College.We return to see the splendor o the campus in May, and to re-experience the strongbonds with pro essors and others who helped shape our lives. Many o us are alsojoined by amily members and riends who share with us the joy o reunion.

The Alumnae Association and your class o cers have worked and planned ormore than a year to bring you a rst-class reunion program. The weekend includes

workshops, lectures, dinners, a picnic on the greenand time to savor the companyo your classmates. This brochure shows you highlights o the weekend and answersquestions alumnae o ten ask.

I look orward to seeing you at Reunion 2009.

Warmly,

Mary Graham Davis 65President, Alumnae Association o Mount Holyoke College

Take a Break at Blanchard

Blanchard Campus Center is yours to enjoy throughout reunion. Food, beverages, ansnacks are available at Blanchard Ca and Uncommon Grounds, MHCs answer tothe local co ee house. Come spend some time at the Mount Holyoke community

avorite meeting place. And receive a 10 percent discount when you show youralumnae one-card!

Please be sure to bring...m Your white out t

(dress, skirt, shorts, slacks) for the parade ...other things you may want to pack...

m Umbrella m Reading lamp m Fan m Extra towel m Flashlight m Hair dryer m Bathrobe/slippers

m Clothes hangers

m Radio/MP3 player/iPodm Alarm clockm Favorite pillowm Extra blanketm Cameram Cell phonem Laptopm Sunscreen..remember that New England weather can be unpredictable, so pack accordingly!

Thursday, May 217:30AM9:30AM11AM7PMBlanchard Ca open

Friday, May 227:30AM9:30AM11AM8PMBlanchard Ca open

8AM5PMUncommon Grounds open

Saturday, May 237:30AM7PMBlanchard Ca open

7AM6PMUncommon Grounds open

Sunday, May 247:30AM7PMBlanchard Ca open

8AM3PMUncommon Grounds open

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Thursday, May 2138PM - Reunion RegistrationMary E. Woolley Hall, New York Room, 2nd foor

Friday, May 229AM10PM - Reunion RegistrationMary E. Woolley Hall, New York Room, 2nd foor(Exception: the Classes o 1934 and 1939 willregister at the Willits-Hallowell Center)

9AM5PM - Archives and Special Collections Exhibit:Class Memorabilia and Photographs

1011:30AM - Riding L essons on the Flat andJumping Join your equine partners at the Equestrian Center ora un riding lesson with our pro essional instructors.Riders must be able to groom, tack and ride at the walk,trot and canter. Please, no beginners. Riders to providetheir own riding apparel (ASTM helmet, breeches, andboots).To register please email Joy Collins at: jcollins@ mtholyoke.edu by May 20. Please specify your choice of Flatwork/Dressage or Hunter Seat Equitation/Jumping.Riding fee is $75 per session, payable at your lesson.

Noon - Lunch with President CreightonPre-registration is required. Space is limited.Willits-Hallowell Center, Morrison Room

Noon - Zuhr Prayers and Halal Lunch

1PM - Architectural Tour o Campus byJen Gieseking 99Meet at the main gate by Mary Lyon Hall.

14PM - Sycamores Open House

1:15PM - Back-to-Class BeginsSign up at reunion registration.New York Room, Mary E. Woolley Hall

1:304PM - Law Career AdvisingContact Kimberly Parent at 413-538-2080 to makean appointment.

1:303 :30PM - Tour the New Residence Hall

25PM and 69PM - Career Consulting or AlumnaeContact Cori Ashworth at 413-538-2080 to make anappointment.

34PM - Riding Lessons on the Flat and Jumping(Description and registration information above in 10AM section ).

3:30 4:15PM - Meeting o Class Presidents andReunion Chairs,Pratt Hall, Room 109

5PM - Class o 1959, Presidents Reception in honoro the 50th reunion class.Dinner will ollow the reception, courtesy o the AlumnaeAssociation and the O ce o Development.Willits-Hallowell Center. Dinner must be pre-reserved.

67PM - Shabbat Evening Service and Oneg ShabbatFor alumnae, seniors, and guests

79PM - Talcott Greenhouse Reception

7:308 :30PM - Japanese Tea CeremonySign up at registration.

8PM - Commencement Concert

89PM - Presidents ReceptionFor Cornerstone Club members and guests,with President Joanne V. Creighton

910PM - Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting

9:1510:30PM - Alumnae Choir Rehearsal

10PM - Reunion Registration Closes

Saturday, May 23(ALUMNAE DAY)7AM - Bu et Break ast in Assigned Break ast CenterPre-registration required.

77:30AM - Yoga on Blanchard Lantern Green(mats and bottled water provided)

8AM1PM - Reunion RegistrationMary E. Woolley Hall, New York Room, 2nd foor

8:45 AM - Parade Line-UpPlease begin lining up no later than 8:45AM and dont

orget your white clothes! Parade will take place rainor shine (clear ponchos will be available). Alumnae notwishing to walk in the event o rain may wait in ChapinAuditorium.

9AM - Alumnae ParadeAbbey/Buckland Circle

9:4 5AM - Laurel Chain Ceremony

10:1511:30AM - 137th Alumnae AssociationAnnual MeetingMount Holyoke College alumnae, graduating seniors, andguests gather to honor the past and welcome the uture.

11:30AM - Old-Fashioned Community CookoutFor alumnae, seniors, amilies, and guestspre-registration required. NOTE: Class o 1959 will have aluncheon bu et in the Abbey/Buckland dining room.

Noon3PM - Kendall Athletics Tag Sale

1PM - Reunion Registration Closes

1PM - Phi Beta Kappa InitiationFor Phi Beta Kappa seniors, alumnae and guests

14PM - Family Fun at Blanchard Lantern GreenParents must accompany their child(ren) unless they areparticipating in the Childrens Program at StonyBrook.

14PM - Sycamores Open House

15PM - Archives and Special Collections Exhibit:Class Memorabilia and Photographs

1:302: 30PM - Japanese Tea CeremonySign up at registration.

1:303 :30PM - Tour the New Residence Hall

1:304:15PM - Class Photos

23 PM - Dance Department Commencement ConcertReception to ollow

23PM - Crew GatheringFor alumnae rowers and guests

24: 30PM - Department At-Homes

29: 30PM - Reunion Childrens ProgramPre-registration required

2:30 3:30PM - Japanese Tea CeremonySign up at registration.

34PM - Dance Reception

34: 30PM - Lyons Pride ReceptionFor LBTIQ alumnae, seniors, and guests

3:30 4:30PM - Japanese Tea CeremonySign up at registration.

45: 30PM - Alumnae Women o Color Reception

4PM - Baccalaureate Mass

4:305:30PM - Recovery Gratitude Meeting

6PM - Class Social Hours and Banquets

9:30PMmidnight - Class Parties and Programs

10:30PM - Senior Canoe Sing

Sunday, May 247AM - Bird WalkSign up at registration. We will be back in time orbreak ast. Please bring binoculars.

7:308AM - Yoga on Blanchard Lantern Green(mats and bottled water provided)

7:30AM - Bu et Break ast in Assigned Break ast CenterPre-registration required

89AM - Alumnae Choir RehearsalAll alumnae invited to sing. Please wear white or the service.

910AM - Alumnae Inter aith Memorial Service

9AM3PM - Plant Sale at the Talcott Greenhouse

9:30AM - Hike up Mt. HolyokeTransportation is available i needed.(Sign up at reunion registration.)

10:30AM - Mount Holyoke Colleges 172ndCommencementTickets required or amphitheater or Kendall eld houseseating. Tickets limited to seniors and their amilies.Simultaneous closed-circuit telecast to Hooker Auditoriumand the Great Room in the Blanchard Campus Center(open seating) is available to all.

11:30AM - Sunday Brunch

Willits-Hallowell CenterFor alumnae and guests with prepaid reservations

2PM - Checkout

General In ormationArchivesLearn more about Mount Holyoke history and help preserveits past. Archives and Special Collections will displayclass memorabilia and photographs and grate ully acceptdonations rom alumnae. Material alumnae have saved

rom their college daysletters, diaries, scrapbooks,course papers and notebooks, photographsis especiallywelcome. Archives and Special Collections Reading Room,Dwight Hall. Please call 413-538-2013 or visitwww.mtholyoke.edu/lits/library/arch/ or more in ormation.

Alumnae Association O ce HoursLocated on the 1st foor o Mary E. Woolley Hall. TheAlumnae Association o ce will be open Thursday8:30AM8PM, Friday 8:30AM10PM, Saturday 8AM10PM,and Sunday 8:30AM2PM.

Campus Shuttle ServiceThe Alumnae Association o ers shuttle vans and mini-buses on campus or general assistance. These vehiclescircle campus periodically and will stop on demand.Shuttle service ends at 11PM on Friday, 8PM on Saturday,and 2PM on Sunday.

Dietary and Special NeedsMany dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, low at, etc.)and special needs can be accommodated. Please notedietary/special needs and physical limitations on yourreservation orm. I you have any questions about whatwe can provide, please contact Luisa Tavares at 413-538-2201 or atltavares@mtholyoke.edu.

Emergency Contact In ormationI amily members or riends need to contact you betweenthe hours o 8: 30AM and 10PM, they should call theAlumnae Association o ce at 413-538-2300 and oursta will get a message to you. A ter hours, calls shouldbe made directly to Mount Holyokes Department o PublicSa ety at 413-538-2304. Members o the classes o 1934and 1939 can be reached at the Willits-Hallowell Center at413-538-2217. We recommend that these phone numbersbe pre-programmed in to your cell phone or easy accessonce on campus.

HousingAlumnae and guests are housed in College residencehalls. Due to space constraints, most classes are housedin two or more residence halls, with one designated as

the class headquarters. Room accommodations arecom ortable but not luxurious. Linens, pillow, blanket, atowels are provided (all beds are singles). Please notethat residence halls do not have air conditioning. Roomsare locked; however, we recommend that you leave itemo value at home. The Willits-Hallowell Center houses tLoyalty Class (with overfow to a nearby residence hall)and alumnae and guests with special needs.

Parking

Please do not park on Route 116you will be ticketed.You may temporarily park on the access road adjacent toMary E. Woolley Hall to register. Parking on campus is loading and unloading only. At registration you will receparking in ormation along with a campus map.

QuestionsI you have questions regarding reunion, please contact Julie Ogg at 413-538-2159 or jogg@mtholyoke.edu.Please also visit the Alumnae Association Web site atwww.alumnae.mtholyoke.edu/go/reunion.For registrationquestions, contact Luisa Tavares at 413-538-2201 orltavares@mtholyoke.edu.

ReservationsRegistration deadline is April 17. Registrations receiveda ter the April 17 deadline will incur a $25 late ee.Re und Policy: A ull re und applies or reservationscanceled 14 days prior to an event. A partial re und willapply or reservations canceled less than 14 days priorto an event. Re unds will not be issued or cancellationmade a ter an event.

How to RegisterRe er to your class letter or instructions on how toregister. You can also visit our Web site at www.alumnaemtholyoke.edu/go/reunion.

DirectionsBy CarFrom the south: Travel north on I-91 to Rte. 202 (Exit16, Holyoke/South Hadley). Head north on 202 throughHolyoke, across the Connecticut River, and around therotary to the exit marked South Hadley Center-AmherstRoute 116 north. The College is approximately 2.5 miles

rom the exit.

From the north: Travel south on I-91, take Exit 16 (HolyoSouth Hadley), and ollow the directions rom the south.

From the Mass Turnpike, east or west: Take Exit 5(Holyoke/Chicopee) and bear to the right. At the end oramp, turn le t on Rte. 33 or ve miles to Rte. 116. Turight onto 116 and drive approximately 1.5 miles north tothe College.

By TrainThe Amtrak stations nearest to South Hadley are theSpring eld and Amherst stations. Call Amtrak at 800-872-7245 or ticket prices and schedules or visitwww.amtrak.com.

By PlaneBradley International Airport, serving Hart ord,Connecticut, and Spring eld, Massachusetts, is 34 miles(45 minutes by car) south o South Hadley on I-91.

Van/Car ServiceSeveral companies provide transportation service to androm campus with advance reservations:

Valley Transporter (800-872-8752):www.valleytransporter.comMichaels Limousine Service (800-533-8470)www.Michaels-limo.comBluebird Airport Transportation (413-221-4512):bluebirdairporttransportation.comCentury Limousine (413-543-5466):www.543limo.com

By BusPeter Pan o ers service rom Boston and New York CSouth Hadley, with trans ers in Spring eld. For scheduland rate in ormation visit www.peterpanbus.com or call800-237-8747.